The Vetera EWT + WNV vaccine is used as an aid in the prevention of diseases caused by Eastern and Western Encephalomyelitis, (EEE and WEE), tetanus, and West Nile Virus, incorporating the 2005 WNV horse isolate that protects against the strain most likely to infect horses today.

Vetera vaccines are formulated using a proprietary exclusive Ultrafil™ Purification Technology, which removes most of the extraneous proteins. This makes it possible to include more antigens in a 1-mL dose and enables the horse's immune system to focus more directly on the relevant antigens.

The Vetera EWT + WNV vaccine contains killed viruses and inactivated bacterin toxoid. The duration of immunity against West Nile Virus is at least 12 months. No reconstitution is necessary. For use in healthy horses as young as 4 months of age.

*Residents of CT, DE, IL, MN, NH, NJ, or NY, please ask your veterinarian for a prescription. NY residents may use a certificate of need.

In accordance with federal packaging regulation 9CFR Part 112, vaccines may only be shipped in the manufacturer's original, unopened container. This regulation helps ensure vaccine quality and consistency in labeling. However, because of this regulation, we cannot accept open packages of vaccines for return or replacement once the seal or package has been broken.

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Administration and Dosage: Shake well before use. Using aseptic technique, inoculate horses intramuscularly with a 1 mL dose. Administer a second 1 mL dose intramuscularly in 3-4 weeks using a different injection site. Revaccinate annually and prior to anticipated exposure with a single 1mL intramuscular dose.

I'm having my vaccines shipped by 1-day air. What other steps can I take to make sure that they stay cold but do not freeze?

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If you are not going to be at the delivery point, in the summer leave a cooler with ice packs outside the door with instructions for the delivery person to place the vaccines in the cooler. In the winter, a cooler may also be used to insulate the vaccine and prevent it from freezing. When you place your order, let the operator know you are doing this so we can also place instructions for the delivery person.

Could widespread outbreaks of West Nile virus infection occur again in the future?

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Yes. Vaccination has been successful in controlling this disease in our horse populations. Relaxed attitudes toward vaccination, as well as changes in the dynamics of mosquito populations, could result in future outbreaks. For example, the recently identified white-nose bat syndrome has depleted the populations of bat colonies in the northeast part of the US by up to 90%. Bats feed on mosquitoes, and their population reduction has raised concerns about the potential for increased mosquitoes in these areas and the reoccurrence of West Nile virus infection.

What does the AAEP’s Guidelines for the Vaccination of Horses recommend for West Nile virus vaccination?

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The AAEP Guidelines state "…vaccination for West Nile virus is recommended as a core vaccine and is an essential standard of care for all horses in North America." Complete vaccination guidelines can be found on the AAEP website.

Why was the North American Equine E159 virus strain chosen for the vaccines?

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The introduction of the West Nile virus (genotype NY99) to North America in 1999 was followed by 2 years of relatively low transmission as the virus spread down the Atlantic seaboard. However, in 2002, a new strain of the virus emerged (genotype WN02) that rapidly spread throughout North America, displacing the old strain by 2005.

Vaccinate your horse against all diseases he may be exposed to, including at home or if you travel with your horse. This chart is a guideline of the vaccines suggested for some general ages and classes of horses.

Infectious diseases are those diseases that horses can get from each other, or via a vector, such as a mosquito, which may transmit the disease from horse to horse. Horse owners can vaccinate their horses against many of these diseases.

Equine Encephalomyelitis is a disease that affects the nervous system. This disease is caused by at least three different types of equine encephalomyelitis viruses (Eastern, Western, and Venezuelan), which are carried by mosquitoes.

We strongly recommend air service to ensure your vaccines arrive in peak condition. Due to the temperature sensitivity of vaccines, we will not be able to replace or accept returns on vaccines that are shipped ground service.

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Vaccines help protect your horse from the deadly
West Nile virus (WNV)Three different vaccines let you protect against various combinations of Eastern Western Encephalomyelitis, Venezuelan Encephalomyelitis, and Tetanus ToxoidReady to use preloaded horse vaccine requires no reconstitution For vaccination ...